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Ingredients
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Lobster Frites
Lemon Jalapeno Aïoli
Pickled Onion
Method
Lobster Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Lobster
Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the lobster tails and cook for 6-8 minutes until bright red and cooked through. Remove from water and let cool.
- 2
Extract Lobster Meat
Once cool, carefully split the lobster tails and extract the meat. Cut the meat into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Frite Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Potatoes
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into thin strips to resemble fries. Soak in water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and pat dry.
- 4
Fry the Potatoes
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the potato strips in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels, then sprinkle with salt.
Aïoli Preparation
- 5
Mix Aïoli Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced jalapeno, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir well until smooth and set aside.
Pickled Onion Preparation
- 6
Assembly
- 7
Assemble the Dish
On a serving plate, arrange the crispy lobster frites. Top with pieces of lobster meat, a side of lemon jalapeno aïoli, and garnish with pickled onions.